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Metacritic 8513+

Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars

Electronic Arts Los Angeles|2007Strategy

LumiScore

69

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 13+ with parental supervision

120+ min/day recommended

Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Score breakdown

Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.

Growth

65/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Spatial Awareness
  • Strategic Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to focus on the strategic challenges and problem-solving aspects of the game. Discuss the importance of good sportsmanship in competitive play and help them manage any frustration from losses. Set clear time limits for play sessions, especially for multiplayer, to ensure a healthy balance with other activities.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Spatial Awareness5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Memory & Attention5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
84
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
33
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
65
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)65/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
1/3
Ethnic diversity
1/3

Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.N/A — no named characters

Real-time strategy game, focus on units and combat, not character-driven narrative with female characters interacting.

Parent Pro-Tip

This game can be a great tool for developing advanced cognitive skills. By engaging with the strategic depth, children can enhance their planning, decision-making, and adaptive thinking. Playing with friends in 2v2 can also foster teamwork and communication, provided discussions around competitive behavior are had.

What your child develops

Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars is a classic real-time strategy game that significantly develops cognitive skills such as problem-solving, strategic thinking, and critical analysis. Players must constantly adapt their strategies, manage resources, and make quick decisions under pressure, fostering strong learning transfer abilities. The multiplayer mode also offers opportunities for teamwork and emotional regulation.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~3hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars is a real-time strategy game developed by EA Los Angeles. It is the third game in the Tiberium sub-series and continues the plot of Tiberian Sun.